University of Alberta

The U of A welcomes the best and brightest students from around the world, with scholarships and awards available specifically for international students. Across five campuses you will discover some of Canada's finest facilities for research, athletics, academics, and student life.

Facts

18 faculties | 5 campuses

37,000 students

2,531 full-time international students from 130 countries

200 undergraduate programs

400 research laboratories

US $1.1 billion in new building construction

170 graduate programs

external research funding of $US 350 million

295 international linkages and
exchanges in 51 countries

founded in 1908

canada's 2nd largest research library system

Location

The University of Alberta is located in Edmonton, Alberta's capital city. Edmonton is a large city with over one million people and offers Canada's best combination of hot economy and quality of life. The city's atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly people and clean, safe streets.

Poised at the edge of the North Saskatchewan River valley and only minutes from downtown, the main U of A campus is conveniently located in the centre of the city. There is a major Light Rail Transit (subway) station right on the main campus, granting easy access to Edmonton's many attractions.

Edmonton is lively and exciting with many festivals, concerts, museums, and sporting events throughout the year. Along with the vibrant social scene, you'll find that Edmonton is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors, with the river valley stretching through the heart of the city and the Rocky Mountains just a few hours away.

Edmontonians are known for their diverse multiculturalism. Along with hundreds of ethnic restaurants and shops throughout the city, you will discover vibrant and welcoming cultural communities.

Residences

Students at U of A enjoy a variety of accommodations
from furnished, traditional dormitory-style rooms to
unfurnished apartments, townhouses, and houses.

Residences on the North (main) Campus that are
open to first-year students include:

HUB, where unfurnished apartments with up to four
bedrooms surround the campus mall

International House, where Canadian and
international students live in single, furnished
dormitory rooms as part of a unique environment
focused on global awareness

Residences located off of the North (main) Campus
that are open to first-year students include:

Residence Saint-Jean, which is located at Campus
Saint-Jean and offers single dormitory rooms with
private washrooms to CSJ students

Augustana Residence, which is located on the
Augustana campus in Camrose, Alberta and offers
furnished dormitory rooms for up to two people

English language proficiency requirements

Completion of EAP 145 at the Canadian College will meet the English language proficiency required but students must apply separately with all supporting academic documents for entry into the University of Alberta undergraduate program. CCEL staff will assist with this process.

Tuition and cost of living

Work while studying

U of A students have great opportunities to gain
work experience:

Working on campus: There are many services and
businesses on campus that hire students, including
restaurants, shops, and university offices.

Off-campus Work Program: International students
who are in good academic standing and have
completed six months of full-time studies are eligible
to work up to 20 hours per week off-campus and
up to 40 hours per week during holidays. www.international.ualberta.ca/offcampuswork

Cooperative Work Programs: You can have the
chance to complete a work term as part of
your degree and get work experience related
to your field.

Academic Internships and Work Experience
Programs: Various academic programs offer paid
or unpaid work opportunities to give you practical
and real-world experience related to your field. www.international.ualberta.ca/workstudy

International Centre

The International Centre works to meet the needs and interests of international students and the global community. You are always welcome to drop in to relax, unwind, and socialize! From day one you will have access to a multitude of services and resources. The International Centre offers personal advice on immigration as well as financial and academic issues. You'll also enjoy the International Centre's many social activities and extracurricular programs.